Level 312 lessons · 106 min
Net Zero & Decarbonisation Roadmaps
Scope 1-2-3, marginal abatement cost curves, electrification, and sequencing a credible path to net zero.
01Net Zero Framework & Scopes
- ▶Scope 1, 2, 3 Emissions & Organizational BoundariesDirect (fuel), indirect (electricity), value chain; what to include in commitment.11 min
- ▶Carbon Accounting & BaselineMeasuring emissions; carbon factors (kgCO₂/kWh); historical baseline.10 min
- ▶What Net Zero Means (Reductions + Offsets)Net zero = residual emissions balanced by removals/offsets; not 'net neutrality'.10 min
- ▶Net Zero Framework CheckQuiz on scopes and carbon accounting.5 min
02Decarbonisation Pathways
- ▶Marginal Abatement Cost (MAC) CurvesRanking all abatement options by cost per tonne; visual roadmap.10 min
- ▶Electrification Strategy (Heat, Transport)Replacing gas boilers with heat pumps; EVs for fleet; decoupling from fossil fuel.10 min
- ▶Renewable Energy & System TransitionSolar/wind onsite or PPA; grid decarbonization; sector coupling.10 min
- ▶Pathways CheckQuiz on MAC curves, electrification, and renewable strategy.5 min
03Roadmap Development & Delivery
- ▶Phasing Abatement (Quick Wins → Deep Cuts)2025: efficiency & demand reduction. 2030: electrification. 2040+: residual + offsets.10 min
- ▶Offsets & Removals StrategyReforestation, direct air capture (DAC), nature-based solutions; additionality & permanence.10 min
- ▶Credibility, Reporting & AccountabilityScience-based targets (SBTi); annual progress reporting; reassessment if needed.10 min
- ▶Delivery CheckQuiz on roadmap phasing, offsets, and credibility.5 min